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Tosashimizu, Japan

Kochi · Japan

Tosashimizu is a small city in Kochi, Japan with a population of 12,388. Elevation: 217 ft (66 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
12,388 Population 19/sq mi density
217 ft Elevation 66 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
91.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$26,800 Median Income
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Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$26,800 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$64,000 home value, $320/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population12,388
Median Age51.8 yrs
Density19/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$26,800
Unemployment2.5%

Housing

A+
Home Value$64,000
Rent$320
Housing Units4,955

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain91.1 in/yr
Sunny Days172/yr
Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Population12,388
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Coordinates32.7840°, 132.9632°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceKochi
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation91.1 inches (2,314 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,800
Median Age51.8 years

About Tosashimizu

Tosashimizu is a small city in Japan (Kochi) with a population of 12,388. The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet (66 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 91.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Tosashimizu has a population of 12,388 with a density of 19 people per square mile, spread across 639.4 square miles. The median age is 51.8 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

12,388
Total Population
19
People / sq mi
51.8yrs
Median Age
33% above Japan avg
639.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Tosashimizu vs Japan Average

The median household income in Tosashimizu is $26,800, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 396 business establishments.

Income: Tosashimizu vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,800
64% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)396

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Tosashimizu is $64,000, 77% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $320 (72% below the national average of $1,163). There are 4,955 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$64,000
77% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$320
72% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units4,955

Property Tax

Climate in Tosashimizu

Tosashimizu has an average annual temperature of 18.5°C (65°F). The hottest month is Aug (28°C), the coldest is Jan (8.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 2548 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 8.9°C / 48°F 5.4° / 12.4° 100.0
Feb 9.9°C / 50°F 6.3° / 13.5° 113.8
Mar 12.5°C / 55°F 8.9° / 16.1° 182.1
Apr 16.8°C / 62°F 13.5° / 20° 203.8
May 20.6°C / 69°F 17.8° / 23.4° 240.1
Jun 23.2°C / 74°F 21° / 25.4° 373.8
Jul 26.9°C / 80°F 24.7° / 29.1° 211.5
Aug 28°C / 82°F 25.6° / 30.3° 239.6
Sep 25.9°C / 79°F 23.4° / 28.4° 378.2
Oct 21.5°C / 71°F 18.7° / 24.3° 274.5
Nov 16.5°C / 62°F 13.3° / 19.7° 138.0
Dec 11.2°C / 52°F 7.9° / 14.5° 93.0
Tosashimizu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 172 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 91.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above Japan avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days172 days/yr

Geography

Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Area639.4 sq mi (1,656.0 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates32.7840°N, 132.9632°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 91.1"
140% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 13.11"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

231 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 27, 2025.

Mar 24, 2001 16 km SSW of Kure, Japan M6.8 150 km
Mar 13, 2014 32 km SSW of Hikari, Japan M6.3 146 km
Jan 21, 2022 27 km SSE of Saiki, Japan M6.3 87 km
Apr 17, 2024 18 km W of Uwajima, Japan M6.3 76 km
Aug 28, 2014 53 km E of Takanabe, Japan M5.8 114 km
Apr 25, 2001 18 km SE of Saiki, Japan M5.7 88 km
May 9, 2019 46 km ESE of Miyazaki, Japan M5.6 149 km
Jul 12, 2015 12 km SSW of Usuki, Japan M5.5 116 km
Mar 27, 2006 45 km SSE of Saiki, Japan M5.5 78 km
Aug 16, 2025 32 km ESE of Takanabe, Japan M5.5 138 km
Nov 4, 2002 Kyushu, Japan M5.4 139 km
Mar 2, 2017 39 km SSE of Saiki, Japan M5.3 82 km
Mar 27, 2019 57 km E of Takanabe, Japan M5.3 107 km
Jul 17, 2021 29 km NE of Kitsuki, Japan M5.2 141 km
Jan 13, 2025 24 km ESE of Takanabe, Japan M5.2 145 km
Mar 27, 2019 45 km E of Takanabe, Japan M5.2 116 km
Mar 25, 2001 22 km WNW of H?j?, Japan M5.2 143 km
Aug 25, 2015 22 km ESE of Takanabe, Japan M5.2 140 km
Jan 29, 2012 13 km E of Nobeoka, Japan M5.1 111 km
Apr 15, 2016 13 km SW of Saiki, Japan M5.1 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

63 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Shanshan (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Shanshan Category 3 251 km
2023 Lan Category 1 274 km
2022 Nanmadol Category 3 238 km
2020 Chan-hom Category 1 234 km
2019 Francisco Category 1 148 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 89 km
2018 Trami Category 1 54 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 135 km
2017 Noru Category 1 32 km
2016 Malakas Category 2 50 km
2015 Goni Category 3 240 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 127 km
2014 Phanfone Category 2 141 km
2014 Halong Category 1 24 km
2012 Jelawat Category 1 168 km
2011 Roke Category 4 203 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 24 km
2009 Melor Category 1 196 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 111 km
2007 Usagi Category 3 130 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

17 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.0 m (26 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1596 BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU Eruption + Earthquake 8.0 m 708 131 km
1968 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 3.1 m 1 69 km
684 NANKAIDO Earthquake 3.0 m 102 km
1769 SW. KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake 2.5 m 105 km
1941 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 1.2 m 2 119 km
1939 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.8 m 1 105 km
1931 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.8 m 1 104 km
1929 HYUGANADA SEA Earthquake 0.7 m 140 km
1970 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.3 m 135 km
1899 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.3 m 134 km
1984 KYUSHU, JAPAN Earthquake 0.2 m 105 km
1969 RYUKYU ISLANDS Earthquake 0.1 m 104 km
1987 KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.0 m 2 135 km
1899 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 63 km
1715 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 131 km
1698 SEIKAIDO-NANKAIDO Earthquake 131 km
1597 BEPPU BAY, JAPAN Eruption + Earthquake 40 139 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yufu-Tsurumi (157 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yufu-Tsurumi Lava dome(s) 1,584 m (5,197 ft) 867 157 km
Kujusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,791 m (5,876 ft) 1996 164 km
Asosan Caldera 1,592 m (5,223 ft) 2020 174 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 46°F (8°C) 4.0 in
March 51°F (11°C) 6.3 in
April 60°F (15°C) 9.2 in
May 66°F (19°C) 10.4 in
June 72°F (22°C) 13.1 in Wettest
July 78°F (26°C) 12.4 in
August 80°F (27°C) 5.9 in Warmest
September 75°F (24°C) 12.4 in
October 67°F (19°C) 7.8 in
November 58°F (14°C) 4.3 in
December 49°F (9°C) 2.8 in

Tosashimizu has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 45°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 91.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.1") and January the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Tosashimizu

13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立三崎中学校
市立三崎小学校
市立下ノ加江中学校
市立下川口小学校
市立中浜小学校
市立幡陽小学校
市立清水小学校
市立益野小学校(休校)
市立窪津小学校
市立足摺岬中学校
市立足摺岬小学校
県立清水高等学校
清水中
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Radio Stations near Tosashimizu

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Tosashimizu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Shimanto River Gakuyuu Hall
ジョン万次郎資料館
四万十市立郷土資料館
土佐足摺サンゴ博物館
宿毛市立宿毛歴史館
海中天然ミュージアム 足摺海底館
竜串貝類展示館海のギャラリー

Libraries in Tosashimizu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Shimanto Library0.0
土佐清水市立市民図書館0.0
大方町立図書館0.0
宿毛市立坂本図書館0.0

Hotels in Tosashimizu

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ashizuri Thermae
Kaiyu-Inn 海癒
南国
民宿いさりび
民宿くもも
足摺パシフィックホテル花椿

Restaurants in Tosashimizu

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe69 Log
Sea Side Curry House
北京
千里
足摺黒潮市場

Monuments in Tosashimizu

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ジョン万次郎像
四国最南端

Gas Stations in Tosashimizu

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JP #1275272705
JP #1275272871
JP #12911869511

Gyms in Tosashimizu

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JP #685030872

Post Offices in Tosashimizu

15 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ashizurimisaki Post Office
Iburi Post Office
Misaki Post Office
Oki Summary Post Office
Shimokawaguchi Post Office
Tosashimizj Sakaemachi Post Office
Tosashimizu GreenHeights Summary Post Office
Tosashimizu Kubotsu Post office
Tosashimizu Matsuo Post Office
Tosashimizu Nakanohama Post Office
Tosashimizu Post Office
Tosashimizu Ueno Summary Post Office
Tsuro Summary Post Office
Yoro Summary Post Office
土佐清水浦尻簡易郵便局

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tosashimizu

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
38 Kongōfuku-ji
Ryugu Shrine

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tokyo

🇯🇵 About Japan

Capital Tokyo
Population 126,529,100
Area 377,835 km²
GDP (USD) $4,213,167,237,906
GDP per capita $33,836
HDI 0.925
Life expectancy 84.0 years
Internet users 87.0%
Urban population 92.1%
Currency JPY (Yen)
Languages Japanese
Calling code +81
TLD .jp
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Japan

16 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day 元日
Jan 12 Coming of Age Day 成人の日
Feb 11 Foundation Day 建国記念の日
Feb 23 The Emperor's Birthday 天皇誕生日
Mar 20 Vernal Equinox Day 春分の日
Apr 29 Shōwa Day 昭和の日
May 4 Greenery Day みどりの日
May 5 Children's Day こどもの日
May 6 Constitution Memorial Day 憲法記念日
Jul 20 Marine Day 海の日
Aug 11 Mountain Day 山の日
Sep 21 Respect for the Aged Day 敬老の日
Sep 23 Autumnal Equinox Day 秋分の日
Oct 12 Sports Day スポーツの日
Nov 3 Culture Day 文化の日
Nov 23 Labour Thanksgiving Day 勤労感謝の日

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tosashimizu

What is the population of Tosashimizu?

Tosashimizu has a population of 12,388 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 639.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Tosashimizu expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,800, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $64,000 (77% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $320 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Tosashimizu?

Tosashimizu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 172 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 91.1 inches.

How is the job market in Tosashimizu?

The job market in Tosashimizu is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 396 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Tosashimizu?

The median home value in Tosashimizu is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.

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